Research Manager

iHeartMedia

Research Manager providing quantitative and qualitative insights support for advertising effectiveness at iHeartMedia. Collaborating within a multi-functional team in a hybrid work setting.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeNew York City • California, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Utilize primary and syndicated research tools to provide quantitative and qualitative data for prospective and current advertisers
Create insightful data driven presentations that meet the needs and objectives of internal sales teams, agencies, and clients
Fulfill ad-hoc sales research requests using various types of data, including audience metrics, consumer insights, competitive advertising spend, targeting, and overall marketplace trends
Assist with strategy and execution of custom advertising effectiveness projects for a large portfolio of accounts in a variety of categories, including, but not limited to, auto, travel, and entertainment/media
Manage brand lift studies end-to-end, including defining measurement strategy and design, managing external vendors, building decks with key insights, and presenting to clients
Utilize attribution measurement tools to evaluate and optimize campaign performance
Educate and partner with marketing and sales staff on how best to utilize the insights provided

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years’ experience in a relevant field
Experience with media research and software programs including Nielsen Audio, Scarborough, MRI-Simmons, ACT 1, Media Monitors, Media Radar, comScore, and Triton is desired
Knowledge of multi-channel marketing strategies (audio, digital, social, events) and respective measurement approaches
Expertise in custom study process including project methodology, questionnaire development, sample collection, and data analysis
Prior exposure to vendors such as DISQO, Dynata, and Nielsen
Experience with multi-touch attribution tools and analyses, including Magellan
Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint are a must; proficiency with other statistics and analytics resources is a plus
Strong combination of analytical aptitude and creative problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to build positive relationships with a variety of personalities and roles
Excels in storytelling with data and actionable insights; ability to articulate the iHM “story” across assets, platforms, and audiences
Attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Strong versatility and ability to handle multiple types of assignments
Ability to work with ambiguity, changing priorities, and a continual sense of urgency
Driven and proactive self-starter
A passion for research and interest in developing research career
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data AnalysisAudience MetricsCampaign Performance OptimizationCustom Study ProcessMulti-Channel Marketing StrategiesAttribution Measurement ToolsStatistical AnalysisPresentation DevelopmentProject ManagementResearch Methodologies

Soft Skills

Analytical AptitudeCreative Problem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailVersatility